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Psychology · 17 min

The Science of Storytelling

By Will Storr

Our brains are hardwired to construct narratives, not merely for entertainment, but as fundamental tools to make sense of the world and define our identity. This episode explores how we become protagonists in our own unfolding life stories, driven by the essential role of conflict in personal growth.

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Psychology
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“Our brains are hardwired to construct narratives, not merely for entertainment, but as fundamental tools to make sense of the world and define our identity. This episode explores how we become protagonists in our own unfolding life stories, driven by the essential role of conflict in personal growth.”

— Will Storr, The Science of Storytelling

What it is about

storytelling, narrative psychology, brain science

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of storytelling, narrative psychology, brain science and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

Will Storr brings a credible and useful lens to storytelling, narrative psychology, brain science, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

About the author

Will Storr

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